Factory New ST

1.63

Minimal Wear ST

0.3

Field-Tested ST

0.12

Well-Worn ST

0.09

Battle-Scarred ST

0.09

Factory New

0.39

Minimal Wear

0.09

Field-Tested

0.07

Well-Worn

0.05

Battle-Scarred

0.05

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WeaponTec-9
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Cracked Opal

Rarity

Mil-Spec Grade

Exterior

Factory New

Popularity

unpopular

Tec-9 | Cracked Opal (Factory New)
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Mil-Spec Grade

Tec-9 | Cracked Opal (Factory New)

An ideal pistol for the Terrorist on the move, the Tec-9 is lethal in close quarters and features a high magazine capacity. It has been hand painted to resemble cracked, ancient wood with an underlying opal. Doubles as a mood ring
Tec-9 | Cracked Opal (Factory New)

Community rating: 4.3★

871 Votes

Community rating: 4.3★

871 Votes
An ideal pistol for the Terrorist on the move, the Tec-9 is lethal in close quarters and features a high magazine capacity. It has been hand painted to resemble cracked, ancient wood with an underlying opal. Doubles as a mood ring

Factory New ST

1.63

Minimal Wear ST

0.3

Field-Tested ST

0.12

Well-Worn ST

0.09

Battle-Scarred ST

0.09

Factory New

0.39

Minimal Wear

0.09

Field-Tested

0.07

Well-Worn

0.05

Battle-Scarred

0.05

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Containers

Collections

WeaponTec-9
Finish

Cracked Opal

Rarity

Mil-Spec Grade

Exterior

Factory New

Popularity

unpopular

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Description

Chance of dropping

The Tec-9 | Cracked Opal (Factory New) stands out as one of 6 skins available. With its Mil-Spec Grade rarity status, obtaining the Cracked Opal is a challenge, as it boasts a mere chance of dropping.

Community Rating

The Tec-9 | Cracked Opal (Factory New) has garnered significant attention with over 871 votes on TRUSTPILOT.COM, achieving an impressive average rating of 4.3.

Overview

The Tec-9 | Cracked Opal is a highly stylized skin with a pattern resembling beautiful marble or cracked opal. The color scheme is a mix of black and white with spots of blue, lending a cool and sleek appearance. It's a part of the Spectrum 2 Collection and was first introduced in September 2017.

Rarity

With a 'Mil-Spec' classification, the Cracked Opal is quite common and has a high drop chance. Despite this, its striking appearance makes it quite popular among players.

History

The Tec-9 | Cracked Opal was first added to CS:GO skin collection during 'Spectrum 2' update in late 2017. Its unique design garnered immediate attention.

Popularity

Despite its common classification, the Cracked Opal found popularity thanks to its distinguished design. Many players appreciate the aesthetic of the polished, marble-like surface with intense blue accents.

Compatibility

This skin is designed specifically for the Tec-9 pistol.

Unique Features

The Cracked Opal is recognized for its unique shiny surface resembling a precious stone which gives Tec-9 an elegant and luxurious feel.

Event

The skin made its debut in the Spectrum 2 case during the 'Spectrum 2 update', which brought a host of new and stylish weapon finishes.

Trivia

Interestingly, the Cracked Opal is one of relatively few Tec-9 skins with a design based on natural elements, making it a standout amongst the Tec-9 skins.

Skin Designer

Designed by Valve.

Technical Features

The attention to detail on the Cracked Opal skin is impressive, with high-resolution textures and a dynamic color gradient that makes it visually stunning.

Reviews and Ratings

The Cracked Opal skin has received positive reviews from the community, citing its distinctive design as a key contributing factor to their favorable opinion.

Historical Significance

As a part of the Spectrum 2 collection, the Cracked Opal has small but vital part in the history of CS:GO skins, introducing high-quality, intricate designs in more common rarities.

Reasons for Popularity

Its unique design, paired with high accessibility due to its common rarity, contributes to the Cracked Opal being a favored choice among players.

Influential Events

The release of the Spectrum 2 case was a key event in the history of CS:GO, introducing a variety of popular and memorable skins including the Cracked Opal. More about the event can be found at Spectrum 2 update.

Creation Story

The creation of the Cracked Opal involved a fusing of the metallic and natural worlds, deriving inspiration from the worlds of geology and gemology to create a captivating weapon aesthetic.

Symbolism and Design Elements

This skin's design plays with elements of luxury and beauty, seemingly encrusting the normally dangerous Tec-9 in the glossy, reflective surface of an opal stone.

Emotional Connection

Most Tec-9 users express a sense of satisfaction while using this skin due to the unique and detailed art design.

Impact on Community

The Cracked Opal has stimulated a trend for more intricate and visually stunning designs even for common skin rarities within the design community.

Usage in Esports

The Cracked Opal is not uncommon in esports, with many professionals utilizing it for its eye-catching design.

Player Stories

Players often share amusing anecdotes of being complimented for their Cracked Opal Tec-9 during matches, demonstrating its broad appeal.